The teen girls trying to ban school uniforms in porn - The Sunday Story

Four schoolgirls in Bicester are asking the government to ban school uniforms in porn, arguing it sexualises minors and puts them at risk. The outfits are a common costume for female performers in pornography, despite the fact that one UK study revealed 35% of girls surveyed had received unwanted sexual attention whilst wearing one. So why is this legal? And could a new piece of legislation make a difference?

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Guests:

• Helen Rumbelow, feature writer and columnist, The Times.
• Rose, Mae, Aylin and Willow, students at the Cooper School in Bicester.

Host: Manveen Rana.

Producer: Olivia Case.

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